In this episode, Katelyn and Dan sit down with Kevin Moss, Director of Fundraising and Marketing at Consumers’ Checkbook, for a Q&A focused on helping federal employees navigate Open Season with confidence. Check Out Our Next FERS Webinar for Federal ... Read More

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain the upcoming 2026 change requiring high-earning federal employees to make TSP “catch-up” contributions only to the Roth TSP. They also discuss how the $145,000 wage threshold is determined, how dual employment impacts eligibility, ... Read More

In this episode, Dan and Ed explain what the Special Retirement Supplement (SRS) is and who qualifies for it. They also discuss how the SRS is calculated, the 2024 earnings limits retirees need to know, and the impact of excess ... Read More

Long-term care isn’t something most people want to think about, but it’s something many of us will need. A lot of Feds assume Medicare or FEHB will cover expenses such as assisted living, full-time nursing support, or help with daily ... Read More

Federal employees are no strangers to policy shifts, but new legislation has sparked serious concern across the workforce. On May 22, 2025, the House passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a sweeping budget reconciliation package that includes significant proposed changes ... Read More

The mass layoffs and agency restructuring announced in 2025 have many Feds asking the same question: Is my job next? For those who’ve seen this playbook before, the signs are familiar. From the 1980s through the 1990s, waves of privatization reshaped the ... Read More

In this episode, Dan and Ed break down what it means to be vested in your FERS retirement and TSP. They explain when employees become eligible for deferred retirement, what happens to your contributions if you leave federal service, and ... Read More

Since early February 2025, thousands of federal employees have received notices from their agencies about losing their federal jobs. Many of these employees are not eligible for any type of retirement including early retirement (VERA or VSIP), a discontinued service ... Read More

In this episode, Dan and Katelyn dive into FEDVIP coverage, premiums, and retirement benefits. They also share tips on protecting federal benefits from quantum threats, including securing financial accounts and estate planning in the digital age. Check Out Our Next ... Read More

At Serving Those Who Serve, we understand that facing a Reduction in Force (RIF) can be stressful, especially for federal employees who are concerned about their benefits, retirement, and long-term financial plans. To help guide you through this challenging process, ... Read More